Auditor-Appraiser I

Assessor•Dublin, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

This classification specification describes the entry level of the Auditor-Appraiser flexibly staffed series. Incumbents of this classification, under close supervision, perform audits, as required under California Revenue and Taxation Code (hereinafter R&TC), Section 469, of the books and records of businesses, to make appraisals of business personal property and trade fixtures for assessment purposes; and to perform related work as required. The Assessor's Office mission is to provide timely and accurate appraisal services in a manner resulting in fair and equitable treatment for all Alameda County taxpayers. With a proposed staffing level of 175.47 full-time equivalent positions, this team of professionals provides mandated assessment services performed in accordance with the California Constitution, Revenue and Taxation Code, Government Code, and State Board of Equalization guidelines and directives.

Requirements

Possession of a bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting from an accredited college or university; OR Possession of a bachelor’s degree with a specialization in accounting that consists of either 18-semester units (or quarter equivalents) of accounting and/or auditing courses from an accredited college or university; OR Possession of a bachelor’s degree with a specialization in accounting that consists of 19-semester units, 16 of which must be in accounting and/or auditing courses from an accredited college or university, and three (3) semester units may be either business law or economic classes (Equivalent quarter units are acceptable).
Possession of a license to practice as a Certified Public Accountant in the State of California.
Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
Possession of a current, valid, permanent, or inactive permanent appraiser’s certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization; or be eligible for issuance of a temporary appraiser’s certificate by the State Board of Equalization upon hire.
Knowledge of general accounting and auditing principles and procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional relationships with others.
Ability to assemble, analyze, and draw logical conclusions, including the ability to do so with respect to data of the sort used in the appraisal of business, personal property, and fixtures.
Ability to identify, assess, evaluate, and solve problems.
Ability to make appropriate decisions and judgments.
Ability to prepare clear, concise audit reports, letters, and other written communications.
Ability to organize and plan time for workload.
Ability to learn and use computers and computer equipment, software, and programs used by the Assessor’s Office, including computer workstations, personal computers, and peripheral devices, independently or as a part of a networked information system, for the purpose of entering, storing, retrieving, updating, and working with data relevant to the appraisal and assessment of business personal property and trade fixtures for ad valorem tax purposes.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to work effectively with the public and co-workers.
Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

Perform audits, as required under California Revenue and Taxation Code (hereinafter R&TC), Section 469, of the books and records of businesses.
Make appraisals of business personal property and trade fixtures for assessment purposes.
Perform related work as required.

Benefits

Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
Dental – HMO & PPO Plans
Vision or Vision Reimbursement
Basic Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
County Allowance Credit
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)
12 paid holidays
Floating Holidays
Vacation and sick leave accrual
Vacation purchase program
Catastrophic Sick Leave
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits Program
Guaranteed Ride Home
Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
Child Care Resources
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